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Forum: General Photography
10-01-2018, 11:19 AM
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Of course, it's impossible to know how many users would reject a 16 MP capability, even if their other requirements would be fully met.
Ricoh -- like all other camera/lens designers and manufacturers -- face requirement challenges, design trade-offs, and cost constraints, so compromises are inevitable. Similarly, almost all users face compromises on performance, features, price, or availability. If a user needs a 6 fps rate, 20-shot RAW buffer, and at least 24 MP, they may need to look at brands other than Pentax. Depending on the user's other strict requirements, finding a suitable camera in any brand might be difficult if not impossible.
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Forum: General Photography
09-30-2018, 01:22 PM
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Of the current-production models, I think that only the K-1 or K-1 II meets that requirement by shooting in APS-C crop mode (6.5 fps, up to 50 frame buffer for RAW). The K-70 has a max frame rate of 6 fps and buffer limit of 10 RAW frames while the K-p is rated at 7 fps, buffer 8 frames RAW. The K-3 II exceeds the 6/20 requirement, but it's not in current production. The K-3 II may be available still from some dealers or Amazon (e.g., 6 units in stock today), or on the used market.
I think the conclusion would be that the requirement (6 fps/20 frame buffer and current production) could be met by the K-1 or K-1 II.
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Forum: General Photography
09-30-2018, 11:48 AM
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Based on Ricoh's past announcements and introductions of new gear, I think they have the potential to surprise the 'market' again, possibly with something that no one has been tracking to date.
I agree. I am happily using my K-3 II and good lenses -- just picking it up and heading out for a photo session always brings a smile. However, people tend to become concerned when other companies introduce things at a relatively rapid pace and have a much larger presence at trade shows and expos. Ricoh/Pentax may be seen as 'falling behind' in the equipment 'race', even though they have designed very good gear that caters to a range of -- but not all -- user needs.
These could be possibilities, but I don't think that Ricoh has revealed clear evidence that would substantiate either one.
Not knowing the future can make decisions to purchase new gear difficult. In my own situation, my K-3 II serves my needs pretty well. However, it's not perfect, and I could consider a replacement if Ricoh releases a new APS-C camera having new features or improved performance. I assume that my camera will continue to perform well for several years at least, so I am not in a dire situation. Earlier this year, my major purchase was a FA 43mm Limited lens, which filled a gap in my lens kit. It's a different situation when a manufacturer's line up doesn't offer equipment that you need now. I don't think we've seen any clear specific indications that Ricoh plans to drop their APS-C line or not -- they've just been sort of quiet.
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Forum: General Photography
09-29-2018, 05:46 PM
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Some members may recall the discussions here that followed Photokina 2016.
An early thread was started on September 19, 2016, entitled "Nothing New at Photokina!??!" : Nothing New at Photokina!??! - PentaxForums.com
Amongst much angst, questions, and speculation from members that characterized the thread, PF member asahi man reported several interesting findings about a week later (post 316): Nothing New at Photokina!??! - Page 22 - PentaxForums.com
One of the main topics of concern throughout the thread was the 'K-3 successor'. Photokina revealed no concrete insight from Ricoh, while asahi man's well-received report alluded to something in the works and suggested that folks watch for news at CP+ in 2017. Keep in mind that Ricoh introduced the K-1 and several lenses in 2016, so they were not really expected to have a strong showing at Photokina that year. Still, the lack of any news on the K-3 'replacement' was unsettling.
This thread was alive for several months, prompting more than 700 posts. Then, Ricoh surprised everyone with their announcement of the KP on January 25th 2017. Preliminary 'leaks' had appeared only a day earlier.
So -- nothing at Photokina 2016, but a total surprise four months later.
In the context of this history, I wonder what the next 4-6 months might reveal.
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